West Cliff Inn

Welcome to Santa Cruz, California

Come on, head for our beaches! And along the way, discover all that Santa Cruz County has to offer. Explore our majestic redwood forests and vibrant cityscapes. Taste our fresh cuisine and fine wines. Experience our rich history, acclaimed arts, and year-round events for everyone.

Santa Cruz County's 29 miles of sun-drenched, fun-filled beaches offer the perfect setting for nearly every type of activity. Whether you enjoy building sand castles, learning to surf, playing beach volleyball, hiking along the coastal bluffs, enjoying a picnic or ending your day with a romantic sunset stroll, our beaches offer something for everyone. From dramatic windswept cliffs, to wide expanses of sand and sea to the ambiance of a picturesque seaside town, you're sure to enjoy surf, sand and sun in an unforgettable setting.

This distinctive Santa Cruz, California bed and breakfast inn is situated on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach and the famous Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. West Cliff Inn is the newest hotel in the Four Sisters Inn's collection. The stately, three-story Italianate Victorian with its spacious, wraparound porch was completely renovated and features a breezy, coastal décor with fabrics in crisp blues and whites.

This Four Sisters Inn blends the modern luxuries and sophisticated services of a boutique hotel with the traditional amenities and architecture of a B & B. Many guest rooms feature ocean views and jetted spa hot tubs. As with all Four Sisters Inns, rates include our celebrated amenities including a sumptuous breakfast buffet, afternoon wine and hors d'oeuvres, evening turndown service, morning newspaper delivery, and bicycles to borrow to explore town, making this Santa Cruz California bed and breakfast hotel lodging a perfect romantic getaway.

Four Sisters Inns signature services, provided at West Cliff Inn, with our compliments:

• A bountiful breakfast buffet each morning
• Afternoon wine, tea and hors d' oeuvres
• Evening turndown service featuring delectable La Belge chocolate
• Scrumptious, freshly-baked cookies
• Water, soda's, coffee and tea available throughout the day
• Early newspaper delivery to your guestroom
• Wireless Internet access and free local telephone calls
• Celebratory balloons placed in-room upon request
• Concierge and activity recommendations and planning
• 3 p.m. check-in and 12 noon check-out
• Movies, books and games available to borrow at the front desk
• Easily forgotten toiletry items, (toothbrush, shaving cream, sewing kits, etc) available at front desk
• On-site parking
• Bon Voyage gift to all guests who stay five or more consecutive nights
• Generous Frequent Sleeper loyalty program offering enrolled guests one complimentary night for every ten nights

The following services and items are available for purchase:

• Breakfast delivered to your guestroom ($10 per day)
• Rates are based on two guests per room. Additional guests ($25)
• A bottle of wine and glasses (price varies)
• A bottle of chilled sparkling wine and flutes (price varies)
• Celebration Package Upgrade ($55)
• Long distance, faxing, printing or other business services (price varies)
• Adoption of a signature Teddy Bear ($35)
• Purchase of a Four Sisters Inns cookbook ($15)
• Tickets for activities and special events (price varies, select locations)

Many of our well-appointed guestrooms feature:

• A luxurious bed appointed with fine linens and heaped with pillows
• A gas fireplace and sitting area with desk
• A private patio
• A private bathroom with a jetted spa tub and shower
• A travel set of European shampoo, conditioner, bar soap, bath salts and lotion
• Spa-quality towels and robes
• A television with DVD Player and complimentary movies
• A beautiful and thoughtfully designed decor
• Alarm clock/radio, hairdryer, iron and ironing board
• Daily, full-service housekeeping

The nine well-appointed guest rooms feature a king bed, fireplace, marble tile bathroom, and some include a jetted spa tub. One second-floor room ahs a private, outdoor jetted hot tub; two spacious top-floor suites have separate sitting areas and oversized bathrooms. Each room has complimentary high-speed internet access, an MP3 player, and a flat panel wall-mounted television. Your stay also includes a full signature breakfast, afternoon hors d'oeuvres and our famous home-baked cookies!

Surf, Sand, Sun and so Much More...

In the place nicknamed "Surf City," you'll definitely want to dip into the surf scene in Santa Cruz County. But the excitement only starts on the waves. Where else can you check out kayaking, sailing, fishing, kiteboarding and windsurfing in the morning, then chill out in the afternoon with mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, or a game of golf? Whether your favorite activity is camping or skateboarding, Santa Cruz County has a wide range of activities you can enjoy in the great outdoors.

Santa Cruz County offers a wide range of options for even the most seasoned shopper. Explore the quaint neighborhoods of Santa Cruz, antique havens of Soquel and Aptos, the boutiques of Capitola, and the charming shops offering a variety of collectibles in the San Lorenzo Valley towns of Felton, Ben Lomond and Boulder Creek. And fascinating mementos in every price range at the county's many museum and state park gift shops. Santa Cruz County's wealth of retail galleries, shopping areas and specialty gifts provide an extraordinary shopping experience.

In Santa Cruz County, you'll find an array of talent year-round at an art fair, music celebration, film festival, historical re-enactment or ethnic celebration. Local museums, concert halls, theaters and clubs offer spoken word and avant-garde presentations, exhibits, lectures and stage plays which showcase the eclectic work of writers, sculptors, painters, academics, actors and more who thrive in this vibrant community.

Excerpt from http://www.santacruzca.org

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
This little gem of a museum has photographs, surfboards, and other interesting items tracing over 100 years of surfing history in Santa Cruz. The gift shop specializes in great surfing related items. The Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is housed in the Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse at Lighthouse Point on West Cliff Drive. Wed - Mon ~ Noon - 4 pm ~ (831) 420-6289

Chardonnay Sailing Charters
Enjoy a day on the Monterey Bay with a whale watching, winemakers or ecology guided cruise. Located at 790 Mariner Park Way, Dock FF, Santa Cruz, California 95062 (831) 423-1213

Santa Cruz Farmers Market
Fresh vegetables, produce and specialty foods every Wednesday afternoon. Held betweeen Lincoln and Cedar Street every Wednesday Afternoon.

Santa Cruz Symphony
Enjoy a performance while visiting the Santa Cruz area. Located at 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz. (831) 462-0553

Natural Bridges State Beach
This beach, with its famous natural bridge, is an excellent vantage point for viewing shore birds, migrating whales, and seals and otters playing offshore. Further along the beach, tide pools offer a glimpse of life beneath the sea. Low tides reveal sea stars, crabs, sea anemones, and other colorful ocean life. During the winter months, Monarch Butterflies flutter to the beach. Follow West Cliff Drive north along the in-town bluffs until it ends at Natural Bridges. Open to the public

Soif Wine Bar
If you like wine and some great food to go with it...definitely stop in at Soif in dowtown Santa Cruz. Located at 105 Walnut Avenue, Santa Cruz. (831) 423-2020

Wine Tasting in the Santa Cruz County
Santa Cruz County has a tradition of fine winemaking that dates back to the late 1800's. Today, the County is home to over 40 family-owned and operated wineries that specialize in small yield, handcrafted wines. See website for wineries, directions and contact info. Open to the public.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
For a little fun and action, walk down to the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Opens daily at 11 a.m. 400 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA